Based in Murfreesboro, Tenn., EPD produces open coil heating elements used primarily in residential and commercial HVAC applications. EPD supplies various HVAC manufacturers, including Lennox subsidiary companies.

"This transaction is a continuation of our previously stated strategy to focus all of our efforts on our three core businesses — heating and cooling equipment; Service Experts, our retail sales and service division; and global refrigeration," stated Bob Schjerven, chief executive officer, Lennox International.

For more information, visit www.lennoxinternational.com.

Publication date: 08/25/2003